Open up the main floor
Remove or move walls to connect kitchen, dining and living spaces. Load-bearing walls need a structural plan before anything comes down.
Whole house remodeling
Bring every room up to date in one coordinated project. Three Strands Construction remodels whole houses in Kalamazoo and areas within 50 miles.
Start your projectOne plan for the whole house.
Start with how your household lives today and what the house needs to last, then plan every room as part of one project.
Update every room together
Plan floors, trim, paint, lighting and fixtures as one design so the house feels consistent from room to room.
Bring older systems up to date
A whole house project is a practical time to address aging wiring, plumbing, heating and insulation while walls are open.
Fix what you've been putting off
Combine postponed repairs and upgrades into one planned project instead of a series of separate disruptions.
Plan the order, not just the rooms.
In a whole house remodel, sequence matters. Structure and systems come before finishes.
Find out what's behind the walls.
Older homes can hide outdated wiring, plumbing leaks, rot or past repairs that were not done right. Expect some discoveries once walls open and keep room in the budget for them. If your home was built before 1978, tell us. Older paint may contain lead, which requires lead-safe work practices.
Structure first
Moving walls, adding beams or changing stairs affects how the house carries its load. Settle structural changes before choosing layouts and finishes.
Living arrangements
Decide early whether you will stay in the home, live in part of it or move out during construction. The answer affects how the work is phased.
Priorities and phases
If the budget doesn't cover everything at once, rank what matters most and plan the work so later phases don't undo earlier ones.
Our process
A clear path from your first ideas to a finished space.
Initial consultation
Discuss your vision, budget and timeline so we can define the project together.
Design & planning
Develop the plans and structural details for a functional, safe space.
Permits & approvals
Navigate local permitting and secure the approvals your project needs.
Project completion
Bring the plans to life, from construction through the finishing details.
Whole house remodeling questions
What affects the cost of a whole house remodel?
The size and age of the home, structural changes, updates to electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems and your finish choices all shape the budget. Conditions found behind walls can also change the scope. Share your goals and budget range so we can discuss priorities.
Can we live in the house during a whole house remodel?
That depends on how much of the house is affected at once and whether kitchens, bathrooms or utilities will be out of service. Discuss living arrangements before work begins so the project can be phased around them.
How long does a whole house remodel take?
The schedule depends on the scope, the condition of the home, permit approvals and material availability. Your preferred start date is a useful place to begin the conversation, rather than a guaranteed construction date.
What should I share in my inquiry?
Tell us where the home is, roughly when it was built, which rooms you want to change and your budget range. Mention known problems such as leaks, old wiring or foundation concerns. You do not need a finished design to start a conversation.
Planning guides
Practical advice to help you think through your project before we meet.
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Whole house remodeling: how to plan the work in phases
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Kalamazoo and areas within 50 miles
Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, we work with homeowners in Portage, Mattawan, Schoolcraft, Vicksburg, Paw Paw and surrounding communities.
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Residential projects
within 50 miles
Tell us about your home.
Share what you want to change, your location and your budget. Mention the age of the home and any problems you already know about.